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Congress Demands DOJ Action on Hate Crimes Enforcement

11/27/2025

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Members of Congress and activist groups urge the U.S. Department of Justice to prioritize hate crime enforcement.
A letter by 105 representatives, led by Rep. Mark Takano (D-Calif.), criticizes the DOJ's focus on hate crimes.
Activists filed a federal lawsuit to restore the Community Relations Service (CRS), citing staffing cuts and removed resources.
Congress gave Attorney General Pam Bondi 60 days to reply about hate crime investigations and CRS funding.

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Members of Congress and activist groups urge the U.S. Department of Justice to prioritize hate crime enforcement.
A letter by 105 representatives, led by Rep. Mark Takano (D-Calif.), criticizes the DOJ's focus on hate crimes.
Activists filed a federal lawsuit to restore the Community Relations Service (CRS), citing staffing cuts and removed resources.
Congress gave Attorney General Pam Bondi 60 days to reply about hate crime investigations and CRS funding.